Zulily, a bookmark MUST

If you haven't discovered the website Zulily yet, then let me welcome you to daily deals for moms, babies and kids! It's as easy as creating an account by entering your email address and a password. Immediately, you'll be sent an email everyday with new sales, BIG sales, that either last 24 hours or a few days. Since I don't know whether or not I'm having a boy or girl, I haven't ordered anything yet. Once the mystery is solved, I know I'll be in some trouble because this site features the cutest resources for adorable clothing and accessories and much more.

Definitely sign yourself up for their daily emails!

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Party

This children's party idea is way too cute! I can't wait until my little Tater-Tot is big enough for this. This theme comes from the book called The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. I love this book and so do the little ones. I also love to cook and bake and creating fun food dishes, so a theme like this would give me plenty of food ideas to work with. I found this HERE at Ohdeedoh.

Urban Inspired

I found this nursery HERE at Ohdeedoh, and I love the chevron printed rug. The creator of this room found this rug at Urban Outfitters, of all places. This store is one of my favorite resources for clothing. Since I don't have a place to call my own just yet, I've never paid much attention to their "apartment" section and I would have never thought to check them out for pieces for a nursery. After seeing this baby's room, I browsed Urban's online site and found a few things that could very well be used in a nursery.

Chevron print, "ziggy" chair - $279

Breezy Branch curtain - $39

Flounce Ruffle Stripe curtain - $49

DIY Decor Jars

Simple, unique and decorative. These apothecary jars would look great in a nursery, filled with whatever candy or items you choose. One could even make-do as baby's little "piggy bank." You could place a few of these in the kitchen, or even use them as functional decoration at a birthday party or picnic.

You can imagine all the different results that can be achieved, finding differently shaped and sized jars, candle stick holders, and using different color paints. Get creative. Can't wait to make some of my own.

I found this idea at a great, cute little blog called This Old Chair, HERE.

Nursery of sun and silver

"You are my sunshine, my only sunshine. You make me happy, when skies are grey."

If this nursery could sing, I imagine it being that song. What a beautiful layout, design and color scheme. I can definitely picture a room like this in my future home, where my little Tater-Tot rests its little head everyday :)

Check out the breakdown of this nursery HERE at House 36. You can see the room's before, during and after pictures, along with the inspiration board used to create the theme and a list of resources and prices so you can find the same items.

Go to Spearmint Baby and see a ton MORE pictures of this nursery that the creator sent in, showing about every detail in the room...HERE.

Did I mention that I LOVE this nursery??? I do...I really do.

Bright New World

Well isn't this a creative way of adding a globe to a room. I really like this, but I haven't yet decided on whether I'd like to recreate my own version of this DIY project, or if I'd like one of those illuminated globes to serve as the nursery's night-light. They're pretty cool and have a nice glow to them, but they can be pricey, ranging anywhere from $50-$100 depending on size and on how detailed the globe is.

This globe, turned lamp, makes you think, "Hmm...what else can I cut up and turn into a lamp, or some other functional item." This project can be found HERE at Ohdeedoh.

Mod Podge It

What a cute idea! I use Mod Podge with my art students all the time when making mosaics. The "glossy" version looks best on mosaic-like projects, because it coats the outside and leaves a shiny, finished look. For this type of project, "matte" Mod Podge would be more appropriate. I found this HERE at Ohdeedoh. I like their suggestion of using extra fabric you may have lying around from a previous project...which I have PLENTY of. Just another craft added to my list of pretty things to do :)

11 weeks pregnant {Lime, Plum, Fig}

Okay, the week picked up a little this time around. I've noticed that the days have been dragging on (mostly work days). I guess they'll do that when you feel gross and tired, counting down the minutes until I can clock out and go home! I've also been anxiously awaiting our second doctor's appointment, which is coming up in a few days on Tuesday. I can't wait to see how different this little Tater-Tot looks on the sonogram, and hopefully I'll hear great news, that everything is moving along like Mother Nature planned :)

This week, still nauseous everyday, but some days are easier than others. Still haven't thrown up at all (thank you, little baby!!!). I don't think I've gained any weight yet, if I have, it's probably only a pound...but...I feel heavier! I feel bulky and sluggish and BLOATED all the time. Food is very slowly starting to become more appealing, not by much though. I did have an amazing Chicken Pot Pie from Trader Joe's the other night, which I had been craving for about 3 days...oh it hit the spot, like mmm mmm goood.

My BabyBump phone app says that the baby is the size of a lime, and..."This week your baby is officially developed enough to be called a fetus. The good news is that the most critical part of your baby's organ system development is over. Your baby will grow very rapidly and will double in size by next week. On your baby's head, the ears are moving to the side of the head. Reproductive organs are becoming more distinguished."

In regards to my body, it says, "More than 75% of all pregnant women experience some degree of morning sickness. The good news is that as you approach your second trimester this often subsides and you'll find yourself less fatigued during the day. Inside your body, your uterus is starting to get to be too big to fit in your pelvic area and will begin to rise up into your abdomen over the next few weeks."

Image: www.babycenter.com

Baby Center says the baby is the size of a fig and, "Her hands will soon open and close into fists, tiny tooth buds are beginning to appear under her gums, and some of her bones are beginning to harden. She's already busy kicking and stretching, and her tiny movements are so effortless they look like water ballet. These movements ill become more frequent as her body grows and becomes more developed and functional. You won't feel your baby's acrobatics for another month or two -- nor will you notice the hiccupping that may be happening now that her diaphragm is forming."

Okay, Tater-tot...here's to another week of healthy growth, can't wait to see you on Tuesday!
xo, Mommy